Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Monday, July 30, 1934
Add to My HeroesAnton Zapolsky
Patrolman Anton Zapolsky succumbed to gunshot wounds he sustained while attempting to arrest a man who had broken into a car near Wacker Drive and Clark Street.
He and his partner observed the man being chased by other officers. Patrolman Zapolsky and his partner apprehended the fleeing offender, but the man suddenly drew a revolver and shot Patrolman Zapolsky.
Patrolman Zapolsky succumbed to his wounds three days later. The subject was shot and killed by other officers.
Patrolman Zapolsky was a United States WWI veteran and had served with the Chicago Police Department for 12 years. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 40
- Tour 12 years
- Badge 5369
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Friday, July 27, 1934
- Weapon Handgun; Revolver
- Offender Shot and killed
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsPatrolman Zapolsky,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Armed Forces during World War I.
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United States Border Patrol(Retired)
July 30, 2024
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